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The Carlyle

I first heard the words, "The Carlyle" watching the movie, Sabrina, with Harrison Ford and Julia Ormond. I knew, word unheard, sight unseen, the name stood for class, money, and tradition. It sounded sturdy, one-of-a-kind, and deserving of respect and admiration. Actually viewing it's front doors in the evening, with cool lights below reflecting on upper room windows, and hearing the sounds of New York City and the quiet of Central Park all around you, you understand perfectly why it is touted as, "A Manhattan Legend."

A Rosewood Hotel, debuting in 1930, the Madison Avenue upper east side boutique hotel is an award winner, with Conde Nast Traveler's Gold List award, 2009, and Travel and Leisure World's Best Hote,l 2010. The prestige of these awards are not given out; they are earned.

The high priority for privacy and security are one of the reasons many people from affluent sectors of society, namely celebreties, artists, writers and politicians frequent the offerings of The Carlyle repeatedly. But for those of us who want to play tourist and just see everything, the flavor of upper-crust New York City is at hand.

You enter the lobby, and dark walnut polished walls and floors greet you, lit with ornate chandeliers that grace the ceilings overhead. Elegant furniture dots the spacious areas, where Concierge, Hotel Secretary, and Valet await your command to be put into service.

Your room offers twice daily maid service, 24-hour in-room service, pet accommodation, and as always, privacy is number one. Internet service, full electronic device management, and entertainment centers are standard. Laundry, pressing, and even tram rentals are yours for the asking. Comfortable and roomy, the elegance and detailed comforts presupposed by your host allow you the pleasure and assurance that everything is taken care for you. You may wish to remain in your room with your companion, opening the drapes, gazing at Central Park in the twilight, and remain privately esconced in your little world. That would not allow you to sample Executive Chef James Skatos's cuisine talents.

The Carlyle Restaurant is their center stone of the setting; Lobster, Tournados of Beef, Filet Mignon, Lamb and Veal entrees are major gems; Raw Fish, a sushi bar awaits your order. Cafe Carlyle is a lounge with food and drink and live, local talent in music. Afternoon tea is served in The Gallery, and Bemelmans Bar, named after the creator of the classic children's book, "Madeline," offers lunch, snacks and entertainment.

The Carlyle will host your wedding, business meeting, club luncheon or conference with ease. Two art galleries, a bookstore, Vera Wang antique jewelry, and sundry item stores all await any shopping whim you may assert.

Prices for rooms, suites, and connecting suites start at $1,046.22 per night inclusive of all fees and taxes. The Classic is a 350 square foot room featuring two single or one king sized bed and a sitting area. The Superior has 400 square feet and a larger sitting area. The Deluxe has 500 square feet and city views. The Corner Premier is the largest single room and features lovely city views. The Madison Premier with breathtaking skyline views is beneath the Tower Premier which offer even higher vantage views, all large rooms of approximately 450 square feet with sitting areas and large bed choices. The Classic, Superior, and Deluxe Suites range in 650 to 800 square feet, hold picturesque skyline views, and are luxurious in accommodations with large bed choices and roomy sitting areas, as well as foyers upon entrance. The Premier and Carlyle Suites offer up to 1,000 square feet of room, and adjacent room inner doors make a two-bedroom suite. The views are superb.

The Specialty Suites offer designer features, creative details, and luxury throughout, with kitchenettes, state-of-the-art entertainment center, and memorable views of both the Manhattan skyline and Central Park. Upon entering The Empire Suite, with 2,400 square feet of opulent elegance, is like lighting a Baked Alaska after Bacardi 151 Rum has been generously splashed atop the meringue; a dessert of kings and queens, the explosion of absolute class and the strictest of attention to detail and comfort, treats only the most affluent guests with something they may have never experienced thus far: an actual guaranteed 24-hour time frame of perfection.

So, dock your ipod, take a jacuzzi jet bath, slip into a monogrammed terry robe, and ease back to listen to your choice of music tracks . . . you're at The Carlyle--there's no comparison anywhere in the world--they guarantee it.

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The Carlyle I first heard the words, "The Carlyle" watching the movie, Sabrina, with Harrison Ford and Julia Ormond. I knew, word unheard, sight unseen, the name stood for class, money, and tradition. It sounded sturdy, one-of-a-kind, and deserving of respect and admiration. Actually viewing it's front doors in the evening, with cool lights below reflecting on upper room windows, and hearing the sounds of New York City and the quiet of Central Park all around you, you understand perfectly why it is touted as, "A Manhattan Legend." A Rosewood Hotel, debuting in 1930, the Madison Avenue upper east side boutique hotel is an award winner, with Conde Nast Traveler's Gold List award, 2009, and Travel and Leisure World's Best Hote,l 2010. The prestige of these awards are not given out; they are earned. The high priority for privacy and security are one of the reasons many people from affluent sectors of society, namely celebreties, artists, writers and politicians frequent the offerings of The Carlyle repeatedly. But for those of us who want to play tourist and just see everything, the flavor of upper-crust New York City is at hand. You enter the lobby, and dark walnut polished walls and floors greet you, lit with ornate chandeliers that grace the ceilings overhead. Elegant furniture dots the spacious areas, where Concierge, Hotel Secretary, and Valet await your command to be put into service. Your room offers twice daily maid service, 24-hour in-room service, pet accommodation, and as always, privacy is number one. Internet service, full electronic device management, and entertainment centers are standard. Laundry, pressing, and even tram rentals are yours for the asking. Comfortable and roomy, the elegance and detailed comforts presupposed by your host allow you the pleasure and assurance that everything is taken care for you. You may wish to remain in your room with your companion, opening the drapes, gazing at Central Park in the twilight, and remain privately esconced in your little world. That would not allow you to sample Executive Chef James Skatos's cuisine talents. The Carlyle Restaurant is their center stone of the setting; Lobster, Tournados of Beef, Filet Mignon, Lamb and Veal entrees are major gems; Raw Fish, a sushi bar awaits your order. Cafe Carlyle is a lounge with food and drink and live, local talent in music. Afternoon tea is served in The Gallery, and Bemelmans Bar, named after the creator of the classic children's book, "Madeline," offers lunch, snacks and entertainment. The Carlyle will host your wedding, business meeting, club luncheon or conference with ease. Two art galleries, a bookstore, Vera Wang antique jewelry, and sundry item stores all await any shopping whim you may assert. Prices for rooms, suites, and connecting suites start at $1,046.22 per night inclusive of all fees and taxes. The Classic is a 350 square foot room featuring two single or one king sized bed and a sitting area. The Superior has 400 square feet and a larger sitting area. The Deluxe has 500 square feet and city views. The Corner Premier is the largest single room and features lovely city views. The Madison Premier with breathtaking skyline views is beneath the Tower Premier which offer even higher vantage views, all large rooms of approximately 450 square feet with sitting areas and large bed choices. The Classic, Superior, and Deluxe Suites range in 650 to 800 square feet, hold picturesque skyline views, and are luxurious in accommodations with large bed choices and roomy sitting areas, as well as foyers upon entrance. The Premier and Carlyle Suites offer up to 1,000 square feet of room, and adjacent room inner doors make a two-bedroom suite. The views are superb. The Specialty Suites offer designer features, creative details, and luxury throughout, with kitchenettes, state-of-the-art entertainment center, and memorable views of both the Manhattan skyline and Central Park. Upon entering The Empire Suite, with 2,400 square feet of opulent elegance, is like lighting a Baked Alaska after Bacardi 151 Rum has been generously splashed atop the meringue; a dessert of kings and queens, the explosion of absolute class and the strictest of attention to detail and comfort, treats only the most affluent guests with something they may have never experienced thus far: an actual guaranteed 24-hour time frame of perfection. So, dock your ipod, take a jacuzzi jet bath, slip into a monogrammed terry robe, and ease back to listen to your choice of music tracks . . . you're at The Carlyle--there's no comparison anywhere in the world--they guarantee it.